Defense attorneys are preparing an appeal to the state appellate court. A motion for a new trial was denied after a conviction in a fatal stabbing case. The victim was Austin Metcalf. New evidence…
Defense attorneys are preparing an appeal to the state appellate court. A motion for a new trial was denied after a conviction in a fatal stabbing case. The victim was Austin Metcalf.
New evidence has been entered, which attorneys believe strengthens their position. They are moving forward with the appeal. Further details about the case and appeal are available from the source.
The defense is working to take their case to the next level of court.
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